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Form of workDo you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can keep things moving and deliver when it matters most? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as a Class 1 Driver.
Be part of the movement - and play your part.
About the role
The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting fresh and frozen produce to distribution centres and wholesaler outlets in a timely and safe manner. This role will be working Sunday to Tuesday, on Part Time hours.
You will be responsible for:
- Safely operate and drive refrigerated trucks to transport perishable goods to various destinations
- Ensure all products are properly loaded, secured and maintained at the appropriate temperature during transit
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers, customers and other team members to coordinate delivery schedules and address any issues that may arise.
About you
We are looking for an outgoing and flexible individual with a passion for delivering great customer service. You must hold a current HGV Class 1 Licence, CPC and DIGI card with experience in fridge work. Good knowledge of drivers hours regulations will be advantageous.
We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.
Working at DFDS
Join the movement and grow with us.
We’ll support you on your journey and create the conditions that make it worthwhile.
We’ll encourage you to challenge yourself, to acquire new skills and attributes. We want you to develop and progress within your career. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace, and we've developed training courses to support you.
Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:
- Life assurance cover
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
- Full employee assistance programme including:
- Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
- Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
- Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
- Access to Thrive, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.
- Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.
Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply now.
If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.
We look forward to hearing from you.
